Weight reductions for cars translate to improved mileage Photo: Pixabay While it’s common for people to set New Year’s goals that involve weight loss, it’s not as common for vehicles to have this ambition. But shedding some weight is the goal GMC vehicles have for this year, as CEO Mary Barra recently revealed during a…
The Malibu was just redesigned last year, and it’s continuing to prove that it’s everything but a “typical” sedan. It offers a sexy silhouette that adds a touch of spice to its segment, while also providing both driver and passengers with an abundance of cargo room and leg room. Technology is also at the forefront with…
Photo: Hyundai The 2022 Hyundai SUV lineup has a new member: the Tucson Hybrid. Featuring many of the same design elements as the gas-powered 2022 Tucson, the Tucson Hybrid adds boosted efficiency, fun-to-drive e-Handling dynamics, and extra standard features. It comes in three trim levels: Blue, SEL Convenience, and Limited. The Santa Cruz Is Here:…
A shortage of ventilators is one of the most critical problems America faces in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, and GM is exploring an array of options to help. The automaker is working with Seattle-area medical device maker Ventec Life Systems, providing the company with logistics, purchasing, and manufacturing resources to help it make…
Fewer Chinese motorists are buying new vehicles in the face of economic hardships China is currently one of the fastest-growing markets in the automotive world. However, recent sales trends suggest that growth is starting to slow down and, in some cases, recede. Chinese automotive sales were down by 13 percent in October. GM’s Vehicle Expansion:…
Photo: Ford Motor Company The upcoming 2020 Ford Explorer Limited Hybrid will see the debut of a new transmission system that Ford dubs “modular hybrid technology.” While this transmission is aimed at helping the new hybrid return better fuel economy, it will also be vital for capability purposes, which is why Ford also intends to apply the…
CEO Martin Winterkorn promises new midsize Volkswagen SUV in the works My mother always taught me never to trust a man with a funny name, but I think I’m going to have to make an exception in this case. Just yesterday, CEO of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft (take that, MS Word spell check!), Professor Dr. Martin Winterkorn,…
Whether you call it a small SUV or a subcompact crossover, the Chevrolet Trax is a versatile and relatively affordable vehicle option for those people expecting to do a lot of driving in the city. This model also comes with an abundance of standard features, such as a Chevrolet MyLink sound system, a rear vision…
The 2014 Kia Soul and accompanying tuxedo-clad hamsters “Hip,” “urban,” “trendy,” “efficient,” “boxy,” and “hamster-approved” are all adjectives that have been associated with the Kia Soul. “Powerful” is not. The current 2014 model comes with a choice of either a 1.6-liter or 2-liter engine, each of which produces 130- or 164-horsepower respectively. It’s also available…
Toyota knows that the people who will buy its new Prius Prime plug-in hybrid fall into a very specific category: they’re tech-savvy, aged 18-49, have an income over $75,000, care about the environment, and are probably economical. That doesn’t exactly represent the majority of regular TV watchers, which is why Toyota is choosing not to…
When I was a kid, I used to set up my dad’s old slot car track in the basement and race those delicate plastic cars with him for hours. I loved the thrill of going toe-to-toe on the track and seeing my opponent’s car spin off when a curve was taken too sharply. I still…
Photo: byronv2 General Motors is known for its hardworking, dependable vehicles, like the Chevy Silverado and the GMC Sierra. Now, the renowned automaker is getting in touch with its green side by unveiling its science-based carbon reduction goals. Affordable and Reliable: Used cars under 10K The Science-Based Targets Initiative In the automaker’s ninth annual sustainability…
With a number of alternative energy vehicle options available on the market, more and more carmakers are turning their heads towards hydrogen fuel cell technology. Honda is one of these carmakers, and has recently announced that it intends to introduce its next generation fuel cell car at the Los Angeles Auto Show next week. Honda…
Photo: Pixabay As a vehicle owner, it’s common to occasionally forget which side of your auto the fuel door is on. But have you ever wondered why it’s on the side that it is? We’ve done some digging to provide you with some answers to this confounding question. Short-Term Commitments: Discover the benefits of leasing…
2018 Honda Accord Touring Today in Detroit, Honda held the world debut of the all-new 2018 Accord, which goes on sale nationwide this fall. The redesigned model charts a new direction for America’s retail best-selling midsize sedan, which boasts next-generation Honda design, packaging, and proportion. The tenth-generation Accord is all new from the ground up,…
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